Vitezslav Jaros

Name in home country: Vítězslav Jaroš

Date of birth/Age: Jul 23, 2001 (23)

Place of birth: Příbram Czech Republic

Height: 1,90 m

Citizenship: Czech Republic

Position: Goalkeeper

Foot: Right

Current club: Liverpool FC

Joined: Jul 1, 2024

Contract expires: Jun 30, 2025

Vitezslav Jaros is a Czech professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Liverpool FC in the Premier League and represents the Czech Republic at the international level.

Early Career and Youth Development:

Born: July 23, 2001, in Příbram, Czech Republic.

Youth Clubs: Jaros began his football journey at FK Příbram before moving to Slavia Prague in 2011, where he spent six years honing his skills. In 2017, he joined Liverpool FC's Academy.

Liverpool FC:

Academy and Youth Success: At Liverpool, Jaros quickly made a name for himself, contributing to the U18 team's FA Youth Cup victory in his second season (2018-2019) under coach Steven Gerrard.

Senior Team Exposure: His first involvement with Liverpool's first team was in February 2020, when he was named on the bench for an FA Cup match. He also appeared on the bench for three Champions League games in the 2020-2021 season. His first senior appearance for Liverpool came during a pre-season friendly against Tranmere Rovers in July 2019.

Loan Spells:

St Patrick's Athletic (2021): Jaros was loaned to the Irish club for the 2021 season, where he made a significant impact, keeping 10 clean sheets in 33 starts, helping the team to a second-place finish in the league and winning the FAI Cup. His performances earned him the club's Player of the Year award.

Notts County (2022): He spent the latter part of the 2021-2022 season on loan at Notts County in the National League.

Stockport County (2022-2023): Jaros then moved to Stockport County in League Two, where he featured in 13 matches, including a memorable penalty save against Leicester City in the EFL Cup.

Sturm Graz (2024): His loan to the Austrian side Sturm Graz in 2024 turned out to be one of his most successful stints, contributing to both the Austrian Bundesliga and the Austrian Cup victories, showcasing his growth and potential.

International Career:

Jaros has represented Czechia at various youth levels, from U16 to U21, before making his senior debut on June 7, 2024. His emergence in the national setup has been marked by his inclusion in the EURO 2024 squad.

Recent Developments:

In the 2024-2025 season, Jaros has begun to make a mark in Liverpool's first team, notably making his Premier League debut against Crystal Palace after Alisson Becker's injury. His performance included a crucial save, which highlighted his readiness for top-flight football. His contributions have also extended to the Carabao Cup, where he has earned plaudits for his performances.

Physical Attributes and Playing Style:

Height: 190 cm

Foot: Right

Jaros is known for his composure in possession, with good distribution skills, and has shown an ability to perform under pressure, which is crucial for a modern goalkeeper.

Current Status:

As of the 2024-2025 season, Jaros is part of Liverpool's first-team squad with a contract expiring on June 30, 2025. His market value is estimated at €5.00m.